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Community Development and Empowerment

Community Development and Empowerment

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Community Development and Empowerment

At Harita Nickel, we believe that true success isn't just measured by business achievements, but by the positive impact we create.

Through our Community Development and Empowerment Program (known as PPM), we focus on five key pillars—Education, Health, Economic Development, Socio-Cultural Initiatives, and Infrastructure. Our goal is to support self-reliant communities and drive lasting change.

To turn this commitment into real action, we’ve developed a Corporate Social Responsibility Policy that guides how we plan and deliver all of our community programs.

10 Desa Sasaran Program Pengembangan dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat (PPM)

1. Desa Kawasi
2. Desa Soligi
3. Desa Fluk
4. Desa Gambaru
5. Desa Kelo
6. Desa Buton
7. Desa Baru
8. Desa Akegula
9. Desa Laiwui
10. Desa Jikolamo

 

 

Awards
  1. CSR PDB Awards 2024
    Ministry of Village Development of Disadvantaged Regions and Transmigration

  2. Tamasya Awards 2024
    Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources of the Republic of Indonesia

  3. Impact Makers Kumparan 2024
    Kumparan

  4. Mata Lokal Awards 2024
    TribunNews

  5. TOP CSR Awards 2024

Health Program

 

Harita Nickel is committed to enhancing community well-being through health programs focused on prevention and improved access to medical services. By expanding healthcare access, we support the development of a healthier, more productive, and self-sufficient society.

 

 

1. Village Maternity Clinic (Polindes) Support


Harita Nickel supports healthcare services across several Polindes (village maternity clinics) in our operational areas by providing medical equipment, medications, infrastructure development, and patient referral facilities.

At Polindes Kawasi, an average of 314 patient visits are recorded each month, with 357 disease diagnoses. Polindes Soligi serves an average of 64 patients per month with 15 disease diagnoses, while Polindes Fluk records 38 visits per month with 45 disease diagnoses. Polindes Gambaru sees an average of 18 patient visits per month with 19 disease diagnoses, and Polindes Ocimalolaeo records an average of 30 visits per month with 31 disease diagnoses.

 

2. Corporate Doctor Support and Medical Equipment


Harita Nickel provides professional medical personnel, including one doctor, four midwives, and two nurses, who deliver direct healthcare services to the community. Additionally, we have donated oxygen cylinders and 85 types of essential medications tailored to local medical needs.

 

3. Referral Patient Transportation


Obi Island is located far from the district's referral hospital. To ensure timely medical care, Harita Nickel provides free speedboat transportation for patients requiring hospital referrals. This service prioritizes critical patients or those in need of advanced treatment, allowing them to receive comprehensive care as quickly as possible.

In 2024, this program has assisted 31 patients through close coordination between local medical personnel and our company team, ensuring a smooth and timely referral process.

 

 

4. Free Medical Treatment


Harita Nickel operates a Free Medical Treatment Program to provide accessible, no-cost healthcare to the community.

This program includes general health check-ups, medical consultations with professionals, medication distribution, and education on disease prevention and healthy lifestyles. In 2024, it has served 149 people from communities surrounding our operational areas.

 

 

 

5. National Health Day


Harita Nickel commemorated the 60th National Health Day in Laiwui Village to promote public awareness of healthy living and hygiene practices. The event brought together 380 participants and featured activities such as a healthy walk, fitness exercises, and health counseling.

 

 

Education Program

Harita Nickel runs an education-focused community development program to enhance the quality of human resources in its operational areas. By improving access to education and strengthening its quality, we are committed to empowering local communities with the skills and knowledge needed for a brighter future.

 

PELITA - Vocational Training Program for Local Empowerment

In 2024, Harita Nickel conducted a vocational training program for overhead crane and wheel loader operators, benefiting 42 local participants. This program was designed to equip local workers with the necessary skills and competencies to meet industry and job market standards.

 

 

Taman Cerdas Literasi dan Aksara (Ceria)

Taman Ceria is a company initiative aimed at enhancing children's literacy and numeracy skills by creating engaging learning spaces outside school hours. The program offers a variety of activities, including academic enrichment, practical skill development, and interactive experiences such as arts, sports, and environmental exploration.
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Harita Nickel supports this initiative by providing five assistant teachers and 77 books. In 2024, a total of 68 students from six schools participated in the program.

 

 

Vocational Sewing Training

This program empowers women's groups with productive skills to support family economic independence. Participants receive training in basic to advanced sewing techniques and are also equipped with small business management knowledge to help them develop sustainable livelihoods.
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In Fluk Village, six women benefited from this program, collectively earning Rp6,362,000 through their sewing group.

 

 

Harita Mengajar - Empowering Students Through Employee Volunteering

Harita Mengajar is a volunteer-based program where Harita Nickel employees actively contribute to education by providing additional learning materials to students in the company’s surrounding areas.
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In 2024, the program will run for a total of 1,081 lesson hours, covering subjects such as science, technology, language, and practical skills. By engaging employees as volunteers, the program fosters an interactive and creative learning environment, inspiring students to dream big and reach their full potential.

 

 

Harita Gemilang Scholarship

Harita Nickel realizes that access to decent and quality higher education is the best way for the younger generation to reach their full potential and contribute to community development.
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Therefore, in 2024 Harita Nickel launched the Harita Gemilang Scholarship program, a program to support educational costs for outstanding students from Obi Island. A total of 63 students have received this scholarship.

 

 

Rumah Belajar Simore

Rumah Belajar Simore (Simore Learning House) is an informal and engaging learning space designed to enhance reading skills and foster a love for reading among school-age children who have not yet learned to read. To date, 73 students have benefited from this program.

 

 

Teacher Assistance Incentive

Harita Nickel provides incentives to 85 assistant teachers working in areas surrounding its operations. Beyond financial support, the program also offers training and mentoring to enhance teachers' professional competencies, ensuring they can deliver higher-quality education to the younger generation of Obi Island.

 

 


Free Nutritious Meals in Middle and High Schools at New Kawasi Village

Harita Nickel recognizes that proper nutrition is essential for optimal learning outcomes. To support this, we provide free nutritious meals daily to 255 students at Permukiman Baru Village Junior and Senior High Schools, helping to meet their nutritional needs and promote better health

 

Economic Program

Harita Nickel is committed to fostering community independence and well-being through various economic empowerment initiatives. By creating business opportunities and expanding access to economic development, we contribute to inclusive and sustainable growth.

 

1. Local Supplier Involvement

To support company operations, particularly food supplies for employee canteens, Harita Nickel partners with 65 local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). In 2024, these collaborations resulted in total transactions of IDR 150 billion.

 

2. Obi Jaya Mandiri

Obi Jaya Mandiri (Obi Snack) is a collaboration between Harita Nickel and women's groups on Obi Island to produce chips, chili sauce, and traditional regional snacks.

The program provides training in production and packaging, capital support, and marketing assistance to help these products reach a wider market. In 2024, it has empowered 23 women from the surrounding operational areas, generating a total turnover of IDR 108 million.

 

3. Hop Mart

HOP Mart is Harita Nickel's CSR initiative that empowers 16 women to manage minimarkets, providing daily necessities for employees. Beyond creating business opportunities, the program also offers support in legal compliance, financial management, and inventory control.

In 2024, HOP Mart recorded a turnover of IDR 2.9 billion, with a profit distribution (SHU) of IDR 194 million, contributing to the economic well-being of the local community.

 

4. Tahu Tempe Production (RUTE)

In 2024, RUTE successfully produced 140,183 pieces of tofu and 46,866 pieces of tempeh, generating a total turnover of IDR 580 million. The program engaged 10 active RUTE members, creating a significant positive impact on the local economy.

 

5. Project Rasa (Prosa)

Recognizing the demand for home-cooked meals among employees, Harita Nickel partnered with women's groups from the surrounding operational areas to establish a home cooking business. In 2024, PROSA achieved a total turnover of IDR 642 million, contributing to local economic empowerment.

 

6. ProPALA

Harita Nickel, in collaboration with local community groups, established the proPALA group to develop nutmeg-based products such as beverages, dodol, candy, and more. Beyond production, the program also provides marketing support to help expand market reach. Since its launch in November 2024, the proPALA group has recorded a total turnover of IDR 12 million by the end of the year.

 

7. Development of Village-Owned Enterprises

To tackle waste management challenges in villages surrounding its operational areas, Harita Nickel collaborates with Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) to implement effective and sustainable waste management solutions.

Household waste is collected and transported using the company’s dump trucks, while BUMDes oversees the management of waste retribution funds. To support this initiative, Harita Nickel provides financial bookkeeping assistance for business units. In 2024, BUMDes generated revenues of IDR 316 million, contributing to both environmental sustainability and local economic growth.

 

8. Baru Village of Food Independence (Kabar Mapan)

Harita Nickel collaborates with 24 members from three farmer groups to develop food crops and horticulture. The company provides mentoring, seeds, fertilizers, and market access to support their agricultural activities.

In 2024, this program successfully recorded a total turnover of IDR 276 million, contributing to local economic growth and sustainable farming practices.

 

9. Climate-Responsive Horticulture and Agribusiness Center (Obi Sehati)

Harita Nickel supports 70 farmers from villages near its operational areas in developing melon and watermelon plantations. Through this initiative, we connect farmers with company partner suppliers, ensuring that Obi Sehati Group's products are supplied to employee canteens.

By the end of 2024, Obi Sehati Group recorded a total turnover of IDR 1.06 billion, contributing to local agricultural growth and economic empowerment.

 

10. Agricultural Development in Fluk and Gambaru

Harita Nickel has developed a capacity-building program in the agricultural sector to support local farmers in Fluk Village and Gambaru Village. The program includes training in modern farming techniques, the use of organic fertilizers, and harvest management. Additionally, the company provides agricultural tools and high-quality seeds to enhance productivity.

In 2024, the farmer group in Gambaru Village successfully recorded a total turnover of IDR 58 million, contributing to local agricultural development and economic sustainability.

 

11. Obi Food Security Center (Sentani)

Harita Nickel supports rice farmer groups in villages near its operational areas by providing cultivation guidance, as well as facilities and infrastructure assistance. This initiative ensures that locally produced rice can be supplied to the company.

In 2024, the Sentani Group successfully recorded a total turnover of IDR 126 million, contributing to the growth of local agriculture and economic sustainability.

 

12. Progressive Farming & Livestock Model Initiation (Impresif)

Harita Nickel collaborates with 18 farmers in Jikotamo Village to develop horticultural commodities, including bitter melon, tomatoes, long beans, and kale. Additionally, the company supports a duck farming initiative, which has successfully hatched 130 ducks from 7 parent ducks, contributing to local agricultural and livestock development.

 

13. Fishermen's Fish Processing Center (Sutan)

Harita Nickel connects fishermen on Obi Island with the company’s catering vendor, ensuring that their catch is supplied to meet company needs. To support this initiative, we provide training in fish processing according to industry standards and financial management guidance, helping fishermen improve both quality and sustainability in their operations.

In 2024, the Sutan Group managed to earn a turnover of IDR 784 million.

 

Socio Culture Program

Harita Nickel believes that strong communities are built on deep-rooted traditions. We actively support social and cultural initiatives, preserving local heritage through traditional arts, religious activities, and community programs.

 

1. Isra Mikraj

Harita Nickel supported the 2024 Isra Mikraj celebrations in Kawasi and Laiwui Villages, featuring religious lectures, mother-child recitations, and Quran readings.

 

2. Eid al-Fitr Celebration


To celebrate Indonesia’s biggest Muslim holiday, Harita Nickel provided charity for 500 orphans and distributed 1,425 gift packages to residents in villages near our operations.

 

3. Eid al-Adha Celebration


On Eid al-Adha, Harita Nickel distributed 22 cows as sacrificial animals to villages near our operational areas.

 

 

4. Ngibi Arts Performance


Harita Nickel supported the 2024 Ngibi art performance in Soligi Village for Eid al-Adha, featuring the Cungka Dance and a Pencak Silat competition for students from elementary to high school.

 

5. Christmas Celebration


Harita Nickel distributed 505 Christmas gift packages to communities near its operational areas.

 

 

 

Infrastructure Development

Harita Nickel is committed to improving infrastructure by building connecting roads, comfortable schools, and clean water facilities, ensuring better access and quality of life for the community.

 

1. Village Electricity Access Support


Harita Nickel provides free electricity access to Kawasi Village and Tabuji Hamlet, including network installation and facility maintenance to ensure a stable power supply for the community.

 

 

2. Clean Water Support


Harita Nickel provides clean water access to 298 households in Kawasi Village, supporting better health, improved sanitation, and a higher quality of life for the community.

 

 

 

3. Revitalization of Health Facilities


In 2024, Harita Nickel revitalized several Polindes by improving terraces, sanitation, electricity, and toilets, while also providing medical equipment, beds, and other health facilities.

 

 

4. Road Construction and Repair


Harita Nickel collaborates with village governments and local residents to build and repair roads near its operational areas, including concrete and environmental roads in Fluk Village and concrete roads in Kelo Village.

 

 

 

5. Bridge Construction


Bridges are vital infrastructure on Obi Island, which has many rivers. In 2024, Harita Nickel built the 30-meter Dial River Bridge in Gambaru Village and the 10-meter Water Bridge in Soligi Village.

 

 

 

Environmental Program

Harita Nickel is committed to environmental sustainability through waste management programs and ecosystem rehabilitation, including mangrove planting. These initiatives help preserve nature and create a healthier environment for the community and future generations.

Kawasi Berseri


The Kawasi Berseri program is Harita Nickel's initiative to improve cleanliness and sanitation while fostering community awareness of environmental sustainability. In 2024, the program managed 4,023 tons of waste through dedicated waste transport facilities and vehicles.

 

 

Mangrove Conservation


Harita Nickel established the Tongke Mangrove Community, which actively conserves mangroves in Soligi Village. In 2024, the community planted over 1,000 seedlings, including 230 seedlings for World Mangrove Day, 700 seedlings with Khairun University, and 100 seedlings during environmental awareness activities.